TELECOM/NETWORK ENGINEER

Innova Solutions Inc.; Rochester, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay range on-site

Job summary

Innova Solutions is seeking a Telecom/Network Engineer for a client in Rochester, MN. You will design, configure, and maintain enterprise network infrastructure, with hands-on work on Cisco Catalyst 9000 switches and Catalyst 8000 routers, across OSI layers 1-3.

The role emphasizes MEC, SD-WAN, monitoring tools, and collaboration with vendors, teams, and stakeholders; 12+ month contract; pay rate 60-70 USD/hr; on-site in Rochester.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline with 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Associate's degree with 4+ years of relevant experience.
• 6+ years of professional network engineering experience without a degree.
• Strong hands-on experience with Cisco routing and switching technologies.
• Experience configuring and deploying Cisco Catalyst C9000 Series switches.
• Experience configuring and deploying Cisco Catalyst C8000 Series routers.
• Strong understanding of networking fundamentals and the OSI Model.
• Experience troubleshooting LAN/WAN and Layer 2/3 networking issues.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, implement, and maintain enterprise network infrastructure.
• Install and support Cisco Catalyst 9000 Series switches and Cisco Catalyst 8000 Series routers.
• Troubleshoot and resolve network issues across OSI Layers 1-3.
• Deploy and support access-layer and distribution-layer network environments.
• Participate in network architecture reviews, planning, and technology implementations.
• Monitor network performance and proactively identify potential issues.
• Collaborate with internal teams, vendors, and stakeholders on network projects.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, diagrams, and operational procedures.
• Lead or support small to medium-sized network infrastructure projects.
• Ensure network configurations align with security and operational standards.

Skills

MEC

SD-WAN

Network monitoring

Enterprise networks

Server OS

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline

Associate's degree

6+ years of experience without a degree

Tools

Cisco Catalyst 9000 switches

Cisco Catalyst 8000 routers

Job description

A client of Innova Solutions is immediately hiring for a Telecom/Network Engineer.

Position type: Full-time Contract. Duration: 12+ months. Location: Rochester, MN 55902.

As a(n) Telecom/Network Engineer you will:

• Design, configure, implement, and maintain enterprise network infrastructure.
• Install and support Cisco Catalyst 9000 Series switches and Cisco Catalyst 8000 Series routers.
• Troubleshoot and resolve network issues across OSI Layers 1-3.
• Deploy and support access-layer and distribution-layer network environments.
• Participate in network architecture reviews, planning, and technology implementations.
• Monitor network performance and proactively identify potential issues.
• Collaborate with internal teams, vendors, and stakeholders on network projects.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, diagrams, and operational procedures.
• Lead or support small to medium-sized network infrastructure projects.
• Ensure network configurations align with security and operational standards.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience with Multi-Chassis EtherChannel (MEC).
• Experience with SD-WAN deployment and administration.
• Familiarity with network monitoring and management tools.
• Experience working within large enterprise environments.
• Knowledge of server and desktop operating systems

Must-have qualifications that candidates must meet to be considered.

• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline with 2+ years of relevant experience; OR
• Associate's degree with 4+ years of relevant experience; OR
• 6+ years of professional network engineering experience without a degree.
• Strong hands-on experience with Cisco routing and switching technologies.
• Experience configuring and deploying Cisco Catalyst C9000 Series switches.
• Experience configuring and deploying Cisco Catalyst C8000 Series routers.
• Strong understanding of networking fundamentals and the OSI Model.
• Experience troubleshooting LAN/WAN and Layer 2/Layer 3 networking issues.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

This position is only open to applicants who can be engaged on a W-2 basis. 1099 contractors and Corp-to-Corp arrangements will not be considered for this position.

PAY RANGE AND BENEFITS:

Pay Range*: Between $60.00 - $70.00 per hour

*Pay range offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors, including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc.

Benefits: Innova Solutions offers benefits (based on eligibility) that include the following: Medical & pharmacy coverage, Dental/vision insurance, 401(k), Health saving account (HSA) and Flexible spending account (FSA), Life Insurance, Pet Insurance, Short term and Long term Disability, Accident & Critical illness coverage, Pre-paid legal & ID theft protection, Sick time, and other types of paid leaves (as required by law), Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

ABOUT INNOVA SOLUTIONS:

Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Innova Solutions employs approximately 50,000 professionals worldwide and reports an annual revenue approaching $3 Billion. Through our global delivery centers across North America, Asia, and Europe, we deliver strategic technology and business transformation solutions to our clients, enabling them to operate as leaders within their fields.

• Named One of America’s Best Employers for New Grads by Forbes (2024)
• Named One of the Best Companies to Work for by U.S. News & World Report (Private Companies List, 2024-2025)
• One of the Largest IT Staffing Firms in the US – Ranked #3 by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA, 2024)
• One of the Largest Staffing Firms in the US – Ranked #13 by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA, 2024; includes Innova Solutions, Volt, & HireGenics)
• Named One of the Top Ten Private Companies in Atlanta by the Atlanta Business Chronicle (2023)
• One of the Largest Certified Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs) in the United States (NMSDC, 2024)
• AWS Advanced Tier Services Partner with 100+ certifications

Website

https://www.innovasolutions.com/

Innova Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits any kind of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Innova Solutions is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national origin, citizenship, social or ethnic origin, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by the statutes, rules, and regulations in the locations where it operates. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact us at [e-mail] or [phone]. Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. Innova Solutions encourages all interested and qualified candidates to apply for employment opportunities. Innova Solutions (HireGenics/Volt) does not discriminate against applicants based on citizenship status, immigration status, or national origin, in accordance with 8 U.S.C. § 1324b.

The company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in a manner that complies with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws.